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"This definitely changed my perspective towards politics. I learned that I could make a difference. As youth we have the power to make a difference -- and we can use politics as our voice."    

- Lake View High School student about her experience campaigning with Mikva Challenge in Wisconsin


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Mikva Challenge students make phone calls in Wisconsin.
Greetings!
Election Day is finally here, and although many Mikva students are not yet old enough to vote, they are excited to play an important role in this election. Thousands of students at 55 Chicagoland high schools are participating in our Elections in Action program this year. We're also very excited that over 670 teachers from 47 states and 3 countries have ordered our Elections Curriculum to use with their students this Presidential season. 
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Knocking on Doors

In late October, 60 high school students from 20 Chicagoland schools spent two days in Wisconsin campaigning for the presidential candidate of their choice by going door-to-door and making phone calls. They even had the opportunity to meet the Mayor of Milwaukee! WGN News covered the event.

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Say Hello When You Vote    

Today, over 2,100 Mikva youth are serving as Election Judges across Chicagoland through our Student Judge Program. Though many are not yet of voting age, these young people are already learning their way around the polling place.

Be sure to say hello when you cast your vote!  

  Advocating for Change
 

Our Youth Governance Programs work with City Hall and Chicago Public Schools to address top youth issues ranging from improving school culture, reducing youth obesity, increasing teen employment, and taking a stand on youth violence. This fall, they released policy papers outlining their innovative recommendations to solve these tough issues.  

 

Read their 2012 Policy Papers...  

 
 Thank You!
Mikva Challenge is working every day to develop thousands of Chicagoland youth to become great leaders and citizens. Our programs would not be possible without your support. If you make a gift between now and the end of the year, you can take advantage of a special matching gift opportunity from an anonymous donor.
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